Atlantic Language Dublin & Galway - 2018 Summer Programmes Brochure

JUNIOR & FAMILY SUMMER COURSES

Learn English in Ireland at Atlantic Language Galway & Dublin

2018 PROGRAMME

Welcome to ATLANTIC LANGUAGE Junior & Family Summer Courses - For students aged 5 – 17 & 18+ - Guaranteed care and supervision

CONTENTS

- Comprehensive and interactive English language classes - Educational and fun-filled activity programme - Choice of residential or home-stay options in two Irish cities - Family Programmes in Galway and Dublin for parents and their children For over 20 years Atlantic Language has been providing premium quality English language training for people of all ages, from all over the world. Our years of experience and international reputation for educational excellence guarantee that you will receive the highest quality programme.

If you are looking for a fun-filled summer Language Programme, that will improve your English while introducing you to new friends from all over the world, look no further than ATLANTIC LANGUAGE.

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Atlantic Language Junior Programme...................3 Accommodation & Welfare..................................4 The Social Programme..........................................5 Galway.......................................................................6 Atlantic Language Family Programme..................10 Galway Family Programme...................................12 Social Activities Timetable Galway....................12 Dublin Family Programme....................................14 Social Activities Timetable Dublin.....................14

YOUR ATLANTIC LANGUAGE JUNIOR PROGRAMME JUNIOR COURSE

OUR JUNIOR SUMMER COURSES offer a package of quality teaching, accommodation, meals, supervision and an exciting social programme.

Our highly qualified and friendly teachers use the most up to date methods in an interactive learning environment. Classes are designed to develop your communication skills and build your confidence in using English.

Our teachers make learning English interesting and dynamic by combining formal language training with games, project work and the use of multimedia resources. Lessons will also prepare you for excursions and activities so that you can continue to use your new language skills outside the classroom.

WHAT WE OFFER 24 lessons (18 hours) each week 15 students per class with a mix of nationalities All materials provided End of course Certificate

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ACCOMMODATION & WELFARE

You can choose to STAY IN A RESIDENCE OR WITH A HOST FAMILY. Both options will offer a secure home from home environment. We want you to feel relaxed and comfortable during your stay in Ireland.

WHAT WE OFFER Residential accommodation with modern facilities located close to school Meals served on campus (breakfast, lunch and dinner) Packed lunch provided for weekend tours 24 hour welfare and support staff on site at all times Host Families located within walking distance or bus ride from school Breakfast and dinner with host family, packed lunch provided each day

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We do everything we can to ensure that your accommodation is secure and comfortable with 24 hour access to an emergency contact number should any problems arise.

THE SOCIAL PROGRAMME

The Atlantic Language JUNIOR SUMMER PROGRAMME offers a range of activities to fill the hours outside of the classroom. The schedule includes local visits, activities, excursions and projects designed to help you have fun and make lots of memories with your new friends.

You can enjoy: City walking tours, local museum visits, shopping trips, fun evening activities and weekend excursions to Irish sites of scenic and historical interest.

SAMPLE TIMETABLE 07:00

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

07:00 Wake Up 08:00 Breakfast

08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00

09:30 - 13:00 Lessons

Arrivals or Free Time

Excursion

13:00 - 14:00 Lunch

Aran Islands

15:00 Project Work

16:00 17:00

Connemara

Project Work

Sports/ Activity

Free Time

Quiz Night

Free Time

Personal Time

18:00

18:00 - 19:00 Dinner

19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 23:00

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Free Time

Bowling

Irish Dancing

Disco 22:30 Room 23:00 Lights Out

25TH JUNE - 3RD AUGUST 2018

GALWAY

GALWAY is a vibrant university city on the west coast of Ireland. With its colourful medieval streets and pretty sea-front promenade, Galway attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. It is also known for its rich cultural life which is celebrated in festivals of theatre, music and cinema throughout the summer months.

OUR GALWAY CENTRE is located in the campus of one of Galway’s two universities, GMIT. Here students benefit from modern educational facilities, brightly lit classrooms, canteen, sport’s hall, and chill-out games room. In Galway students can avail of an intensive English language course with 24 lessons (18 hours) per week. After lessons in the morning, students work on projects in the afternoon, using their new language skills in interesting and creative ways.

KEY FACTS Age 12-17 years

General Staff Ratio 1:20

Lessons 24 Lessons (18 hrs) per week

Excursion Staff Ratio 1:20

1 Half Day Excursion per week (e.g. Connemara) 1 Full Day Excursion per week (e.g. Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher)

Accommodation Residential 4 to 5 per residence Host Family

1 Afernoon Activity per week (e.g. Sports) 4 Evening Activity per week (e.g. Cinema, Irish Dance)

Capacity 450 + students Class Size: 15 students per class

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Travel Times Dublin Airport - 2.5 hours Shannon Airport - 1 hour

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ATLANTIC LANGUAGE FAMILY PROGRAMME FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN AGED 5 – 17

This fantastic summer course offers families the opportunity to combine a holiday in the Irish cities of Galway or Dublin with English language learning. Lessons are provided by highly qualified native teachers with years of experience and classes for younger learners are given by teachers especially qualified in this field.

Parents attend classes in our year-round adult school while children have lessons in a specially designed area of the same school.

Family Programme A

combines morning lessons with afternoon activities + 1 full-day excursion

Family Programme B

offers tuition (morning lessons) only

ACCOMMODATION - Families can choose between host family accommodation or self-catering apartments. The host family accommodation package includes twin room accommodation with breakfast, packed lunch and dinner every day.

KEY FACTS Age 5-11 years (children) 12-17 year (teenagers) only Galway 18+ (adults & parents) Options Package A: Tuition & Activities Package B: Tuition only

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Transfers Meet and Greet Service to transfer families to Dublin accommodation or to coach from Dublin Airport to Galway Class Size: 14 students per class (parents) 15 students per class (children/ teens) General Staff Ratio 1:15

Accommodation Self-catering apartments or host family Activities Package A (per week): 5 Afternoons activities (5-11) 4 Evening activities (12-17) 1 Full day excursion for families

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2ND JULY - 24TH AUGUST 2018

GALWAY FAMILY PROGRAMME THE ATLANTIC LANGUAGE FAMILY PROGRAMME in Galway offers families the opportunity to combine a wonderful holiday in the west of Ireland with English language study. Galway is a friendly, vibrant city located on Ireland’s west coast. The city has something to offer every member of the family, from unique boutiques, cafes and music pubs to childfriendly beaches and watersports activities.

On this programme parents will study English in our year-round adult school while children have lessons in classes in the same centre.

PARENTS have the option to take extra lessons in the afternoon while their children enjoy English based activities with their teachers.

TEENAGERS (12–17 YEARS) can join our INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR SUMMER SCHOOL for evening activites like bowling, cinema and a weekly disco.

FAMILY PROGRAMME PACKAGE OPTIONS COURSE TITLE

COURSE CONTENTS PER WEEK

TIMETABLE MONDAY TO FRIDAY

FAMILY PACKAGE A / TUITION & ACTIVITIES & WEEKEND EXCURSION English for Children & Activities 5 -11 years

20 Lessons 5 Afternoon Activities

(Arts & Crafts, Talent Show, Drama, Photography, Yoga, Irish Dance, Aquarium Visit)

09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00

1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion English for Teenagers & Activities 12- 17 years

30 Lessons 4 Evening Activities

(Bowling, Cinema, Table Quiz, Irish Music & Dance)

09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00 20:00 - 22:00 (4 evenings)

1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion English for Parents & Activities 18+ years

30 Lessons 1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion

09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00

FAMILY PACKAGE B / TUITION ONLY English for Children 5 -11 years

09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30

English for Children 12 - 17 years English for Parents 18+ years

20 Lessons

*Full Day Weekend Excursions include visiting the Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher & Connemara

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2ND JULY - 24TH AUGUST 2018

DUBLIN FAMILY PROGRAMME THE ATLANTIC LANGUAGE FAMILY PROGRAMME in Dublin offers families a chance to combine a holiday in Ireland with English language learning. Dublin is a lively and sophisticated modern city with plenty of sights and activities to interest the whole family. You can explore Dublin’s cultural and historical heritage in its theatres and museums, or take advantage of its many parks and beaches.

The Family Programme takes place in our adult centre which is located in the heart of Dublin city centre.

PARENTS AND CHILDREN can enjoy classes in a purpose-built Adult centre and adjoining Junior centre. Parents have the option to take extra lessons in the afternoon while their children enjoy English based activities with their teachers.

FAMILY PROGRAMME PACKAGE OPTIONS COURSE TITLE

COURSE CONTENTS PER WEEK

TIMETABLE MONDAY TO FRIDAY

FAMILY PACKAGE A / TUITION & ACTIVITIES & WEEKEND EXCURSION English for Children & Activities 5-11 years

20 Lessons 5 Afternoon Activities

(Arts & Crafts, Irish Dance, Drama, International Food Party, Irish Sports, Picnic Time)

09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00

1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion English for Parents & Activities 18+ years

30 Lessons 1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion

09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00

FAMILY PACKAGE B / TUITION ONLY English for Children 5-11 years English for Parents 18+ years

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09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 20 Lessons

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ATLANTIC

LANGUAGE JUNIOR & FAMILY SUMMER COURSES

CONTACT atlanticlanguage.com contact@atlantic.ac

/AtlanticLanguageGalway /AtlanticLanguageDublin

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GALWAY Fairgreen House Fairgreen Road Galway Ireland

DUBLIN Magennis Place Pearse Street Dublin Ireland

Learn English in Ireland at Atlantic Language Schools Galway & Dublin